Incorrect spelling, explanation: the English version of this word is spelled with the double -e and not the double -r, but it doesn’t match with its origin. Words often evolve over time, so it’s always a good idea to check how exactly they’re spelled. In this case, we have a double -e, because it matches the pronunciation of the word career. This is the only correct form. Carreer is a mistake.
Correct spelling, explanation: the noun career originates from French carrière and from Italian carriera, which is based on the Latin carrus (wheeled vehicle). As you can see, the previous spelling contained the double -r and not the double -e. The English version is different because the pronunciation is different. The double -e signifies the long -i sound. Nowadays, the only correct version is career, not carreer.
Definition of career:
1. noun, an occupation or profession someone chooses to do as their work
Michael began his career as an actor.
She has written more than twenty books during her whole career.
2. verb, to move fast and in an uncontrolled way
My car often careers, so I must take it to the mechanic.
Kate bought herself a bike, but it tends to career.
Collocations with career:
Some most commonly used collocations include: a promising career, have a successful career, and make a career.
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